Clinical Statements address topics of relevance to ophthalmologists and policy makers and state the Academy's position to educate and provide guidance on issues of concern. The Academy's clinical statements are developed without any external financial support.
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Interview with Dr. Wise about the Joint Commission’s Updated Statement on Steam Sterilization
Dr. Wise explains the genesis of the Joint Commission’s updated statement on steam sterilization, its significance to ophthalmologists and proper technique to ensure compliance.
Date: June 2009
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Statement from the Academy and ASCRS Regarding the Joint Commission’s Clarification of its Position on Sterilization Practices
The new position statement, released by the Joint Commission on June 15, 2009, clarifies the interpretation of standards regarding steam sterilization. The American Academy of Ophthalmology and the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery co-chair a Task Force on Ophthalmic Sterilization, with participation of the Outpatient Ophthalmic Surgery Society.
Date: June 2009
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Flomax Patient Advisory
Information for patients and prescribing physicians about the effect of Flomax, and other alpha blockers on cataract surgery.
Date: June 2009
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Guidelines for Appropriate Referral of Persons with Possible Eye Diseases or Injury
Lists signs and conditions that warrant prompt referral to an MD or DO, preferably to an ophthalmologist, for definitive diagnosis and necessary medical treatment.
Date: June 2009
Source: AAO Quality of Care Secretariat
Compendium Level: III
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Ocular Trauma Center Checklist
This checklist identifies different trauma center levels and resources needed. This document closely follows the format established by the American College of Surgeons for Level-One Trauma Center certification, and should help assure that ocular trauma centers are appropriately staffed and equipped.
Date: June 2009
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Definition of Primary Eye Care - Policy Statement
Outlines the services provided by primary eye care physicians and the competencies needed to provide these services, and an ophthalmologist’s qualifications to provide primary eye care.
Date: April 2009
Source: AAO Quality of Care Secretariat
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Use of Multidose Eyedrop Bottles for Multiple Patients
A set of references is provided for information about the use of multidose eyedrop bottles for multiple patients in offices, clinics and surgical facilities.
Date: March 2009
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Limited Availability of Phospholine Iodine
Wyeth has announced a program for limited availability of Phospholine Iodide through direct ordering by the pharmacy or physician's office, after a shortage period in 2008.
Date: January 2009
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Red Reflex Examination in Neonates, Infants, and Children
A joint Academy, AAP, AAPOS, and AACO paper describes how to perform an examination of the red reflex of the eyes in children and recommends a red reflex examination in all newborns and during all subsequent routine health supervision visits.
Date: December 2008
Source: AAO, AAP, AAPOS, and AACO
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Intravitreal Injections
This statement describes the risks and complications associated with intravitreal injections,
which may necessitate medical and/or surgical intervention, and why intravitreal injections
should be performed by Eye MDs.
Date: November 2008
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